Description
Creamy Sweet Potato Soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly days, combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with rich, creamy coconut milk for an indulgent experience. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just a few simple steps, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Enjoy each spoonful with a crusty piece of bread for a delightful meal that warms your heart and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the onion until translucent, then add garlic until fragrant.
- Add sweet potatoes and broth: Stir in cubed sweet potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Blend until smooth: Use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree the soup until silky smooth (blend in batches if using a traditional blender).
- Finish with coconut milk & spices: Stir in coconut milk, cumin, cinnamon, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer briefly to combine flavors.
- Serve & enjoy: Ladle into bowls and garnish with herbs or seeds if desired. Enjoy warm with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg